SSC GD GK Notes

Published: 1 Feb, 2026

AI Summary (Quick Overview)

What is this post? This is a complete master guide for SSC GD GK Notes (General Knowledge).
What is covered? We cover Static GK (Dances, Festivals), History, Polity, Geography, Science, and Current Affairs.
Why is this unique? We have used very simple language and tables to help you memorize facts quickly.
Bonus: A direct link to download the SSC GD GK Notes PDF is available at the bottom of this page.

SSC GD Notes 2026 PDF Download – Subject Wise

Why are SSC GD GK Notes the “Game Changer”?

Are you preparing for the SSC GD Constable exam? Many students spend all their time on Math and Reasoning. They ignore General Knowledge (GK) because they think the syllabus is too big.

But friends, listen to this secret: GK is the only subject that saves time.

Math Question: Takes 1-2 minutes to solve.
GK Question: Takes 5 seconds. You either know it or you don’t.

If you study these SSC GD GK Notes properly, you can finish the 20 GK questions in just 8 to 10 minutes. This gives you extra time to solve Math problems. This is how toppers get selected!

In this blog post, we have compiled the most important SSC GD GK Notes. We have written this in very simple English (Class 6th level). We will focus on the topics that SSC asks again and again.

Download SSC GD GK Notes PDF

We know it is hard to remember everything just by reading a blog. That is why we have created a Master PDF for you.

subject	Notes
History	click here
Geography	click here
Economy	Click here
Polity	Click here
General science	Click here
computer science	Click here
static Gk	Click here

SSC GD GK Syllabus (Weightage Analysis)

Before we start the notes, look at this table. It tells you where the questions come from.

Subject	No. of Questions	Importance
Static GK	7 – 8	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Most Important)
Current Affairs	3 – 4	⭐⭐⭐⭐
History	3	⭐⭐⭐
Polity	2	⭐⭐⭐
Geography	2	⭐⭐⭐
Science	3	⭐⭐⭐
Economy	1	⭐⭐

Expert Tip: As you can see, Static GK is the King. Our SSC GD GK Notes focus heavily on this part.

Part 1: Static GK Notes (The King of SSC GD)

Static GK means facts that never change (like folk dances, temples, first person to do something).

1. Classical and Folk Dances (Most Asked)

SSC GD loves asking about dances. Memorize this table from our SSC GD GK Notes.

State	Important Dance Forms
Andhra Pradesh	Kuchipudi (Classical), Vilasini Natyam
Assam	Bihu, Bagurumba, Sattriya (Classical)
Gujarat	Garba, Dandiya
Kerala	Kathakali, Mohiniyattam
Tamil Nadu	Bharatanatyam (Oldest Classical Dance)
Rajasthan	Kalbelia (Snake Dance), Ghoomar
Punjab	Bhangra, Giddha
Maharashtra	Lavani

2. Important Festivals

Hornbill Festival: Nagaland (Called “Festival of Festivals”).
Pongal: Tamil Nadu (Harvest festival).
Onam: Kerala (Boat races are held).
Baisakhi: Punjab.
Losar: Ladakh / Arunachal Pradesh (New Year).
Rath Yatra: Odisha (Lord Jagannath).

3. Important Books and Authors

Wings of Fire: A.P.J. Abdul Kalam.
Discovery of India: Jawaharlal Nehru.
My Experiments with Truth: Mahatma Gandhi.
Godan: Munshi Premchand.
Playing It My Way: Sachin Tendulkar.
The Race of My Life: Milkha Singh.

4. Sports Trophies

Cricket: Ranji Trophy, IPL, Vijay Hazare Trophy.
Football: Santosh Trophy, Durand Cup (Oldest).
Hockey: Aga Khan Cup, Dhyan Chand Trophy.
Badminton: Thomas Cup (Men), Uber Cup (Women).

Part 2: History Notes Summary

We have a separate detailed post for History, but here is a quick summary for your SSC GD GK Notes.

Ancient: Focus on Indus Valley (Harappa, Mohenjo-Daro) and Buddhism/Jainism.
Medieval: Remember the Mughal Kings (Babur to Aurangzeb) and Delhi Sultanate (Slave, Khilji, Tughlaq).
Modern (Most Important):
- 1857 Revolt: Mangal Pandey, Rani Laxmibai.
- INC Formation: 1885 by A.O. Hume.
- Gandhi Era: 1915 (Return), 1919 (Jallianwala), 1930 (Dandi March), 1942 (Quit India).

Part 3: Polity Notes Summary (The Rule Book)

Polity is about the Constitution. Here are the key points for SSC GD GK Notes.

Father of Constitution: Dr. B.R. Ambedkar.
Time Taken: 2 Years, 11 Months, 18 Days.
Fundamental Rights (Articles 12-35):
- Article 17: End of Untouchability.
- Article 21: Right to Life.
- Article 32: Heart and Soul of Constitution.
President: Minimum age 35. Article 52.
Parliament: Lok Sabha (Lower House) + Rajya Sabha (Upper House).

Part 4: Geography Notes Summary

Geography is about Places. Focus on India.

Solar System: Jupiter is the largest planet. Venus is the hottest.
Longest River in India: Ganga (2525 km).
Highest Peak in India: K2 (Godwin Austen) or Kanchenjunga.
National Parks:
- Jim Corbett: First Park (Uttarakhand).
- Kaziranga: One-horned Rhino (Assam).
- Gir: Asiatic Lion (Gujarat).

Part 5: General Science Notes Summary

Science questions are very basic (Everyday Science).

Vitamins:
- Vit A -> Night Blindness.
- Vit B -> Beri-Beri.
- Vit C -> Scurvy (Gum bleeding).
- Vit D -> Rickets (Weak bones).
Units:
- Force -> Newton.
- Energy -> Joule.
- Power -> Watt.
Chemistry:
- Laughing Gas -> Nitrous Oxide.
- Common Salt -> Sodium Chloride (NaCl).

Part 6: Current Affairs (What to Read?)

You cannot read everything. For SSC GD GK Notes, focus on the last 6 months before the exam.

Topics to Read:

New Appointments: Who is the new Chief Justice? Who is the new Army Chief?
Sports: Who won the World Cup? Who won Gold in Olympics/Asian Games?
Awards: Bharat Ratna, Padma Awards, Nobel Prize.
Government Schemes: Any new yojana by PM Modi.

How to Study SSC GD GK Notes Effectively?

GK is vast like an ocean. If you try to drink the whole ocean, you will drown. You need to be smart.

Daily Routine: Give 1 hour to GK every day.
- 30 Minutes: Read Static GK (Dances, Books).
- 15 Minutes: Current Affairs.
- 15 Minutes: Subject Revision (History/Polity).
Use Tricks: Make funny stories to remember names.
- Example: “Assam ki Bahu” -> Bihu dance is from Assam.
Practice Quizzes: Solve 20 GK questions daily on your phone.
Revision: The biggest mistake students make is they read new things but forget old things. Revise your SSC GD GK Notes every Sunday.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1. Is GK difficult in SSC GD? The level is easy, but the syllabus is wide. If you focus on Static GK (Dances, Sports, Awards), you can easily score 10-12 marks without deep study.

Q2. How many months of Current Affairs should I study? Focus on the last 6 months before the exam date. For example, if the exam is in January, study from July to December.

Q3. Can I skip Science? No. Science questions are very easy (basic facts). Read the “Vitamins” and “Units” chapter from our SSC GD GK Notes PDF. It takes only 30 minutes.

Q4. Which is the best book for SSC GD GK? Lucent GK is good, but it is very big. Our SSC GD GK Notes PDF is better because it is specially made for the GD Constable exam and removes unnecessary details.

Conclusion

Friends, General Knowledge is the key to getting a high rank. If you score well in GK, you will get your favorite post (like SSF or CISF).

We have worked very hard to make these SSC GD GK Notes simple and accurate for you. Don’t waste time on big books. Download the PDF, memorize the tables, and practice daily.

All the best for your Exam! Jai Hind!

Disclaimer: These notes are for educational purposes. Please check the official SSC notification for the latest syllabus. For more visit universityscope.com